UK clears Pfizer-BioNTech Covid vaccine, shots available from next week

The United Kingdom became the first western country to approve a Covid-19 vaccine, clearing Pfizer Inc. and BioNTech SE's shot. The U.K. became the first western country to approve a Covid-19 vaccine, clearing Pfizer Inc. and BioNTech SE's shot. 'Fantastic news that the MHRA, a fiercely independent regulator, has clinically authorised the vaccine for further roll out. The NHS stands ready to make that happen. So from early next week, we will start the programme of vaccinating people against COVID-19 here in this country,' UK Health Secretary Matt Hancock said. Pfizer & Biontech are also anticipating approvals in several other countries. Watch the full video for all the details.